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Default 2012 sportster springer??

I am thinkin about swapping the front end of my 2012 sporter 72 out for a springer, I have been doing alot of forum browsing and have decdied on the paughCo but still have a few questions. This forum has been an answer to many of my questions over the years so I finally made an account to join the club lol.
1. What are the pros/ cons of a wide or narrow springer?
2. Can I reuse my 21" wheel?
3. Would I order a new axle and bearings from paughco or would that have to come from somewhere else?
4. Pros/ cons to having a shock on the springer don't want one for looks but wondering if it's necessary.
 
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